A lot of people say “restraining order” thinking that it means one party isn’t legally allowed to interact with the other party. Although that isn’t technically untrue, a restraining order can mean a lot of things. Simply put, a restraining order is simply a court order that prohibits a person…
In the majority of marriages, the house is the most valuable asset. Therefore, it’s no surprise that the first question many couples ask is who gets the house in the divorce? Since no two divorces are the same, it’s impossible to say what will happen to your home during a…
Do you feel as though you can go to your spouse and tell them about whatever you’re feeling, even when you’re feeling unsatisfied with your relationship? Though it probably doesn’t sound like a fun conversation, voicing your feelings as soon as possible can actually help prevent more complicated problems from…
A lot of people who are considering divorce are weighing legal separation vs divorce. Though legal separation may sound like a fancy way of saying “divorce,” being legally separated from your spouse is different than being divorced from your spouse. When you are divorced from your spouse, you are no…
Experts weren’t quite sure what the impact of COVID-19 would be on the divorce rates across America. Some assumed that the rates of divorce would skyrocket with so many couples who can’t stand each other being quarantined with one another. Others theorized that COVID may be a good time for…
Going through the divorce process is tragic enough as it is. But, what happens when your ex unexpectedly passes away before the divorce is finalized? A lot of people are caught off guard when their spouse passes away in an already stressful and unpredictable time. If your ex passes before…
In the words of Joe Romano, “A day is a long time to feel happy.” The skit, Romano Tours, which first aired on Saturday Night Live, may offer wisdom to those struggling to find fulfillment in their marriage. Tour guide Joe Romano explains in front of a scenic backdrop all…
Getting divorced can be a scary and uncertain time, especially for those who have little or no work experience or education. However, even if you don’t have work experience or education, you still have options after divorce. You do not need to stay in an unhappy or abusive marriage just…
In the family law world, it’s not uncommon for firms to hear stories of spouses who are ready for a divorce, but they cannot locate their ex to serve them with divorce papers. Though this most frequently happens in situations where a couple doesn’t have many assets to fight over,…
If you know from experience how heartbreaking it is to send your child to your ex’s house, where you know they’ll be abused or neglected, our hearts go out to you. Tragically, this is an experience many people have when they share custody with their abusive ex-spouse. Unfortunately, it’s not…
How to Survive and Thrive When Your Marriage Ends